Premises Liability

Chicago Premises Liability Attorney

"Premises liability" covers any injury caused through the negligence of a property owner. Anyone who owns a store, hotel, parking lot, or other building or property has a duty and responsibility to provide a safe atmosphere for clients, visitors, and in certain instances, even trespassers. Animals are also considered property under premises liability law; people who own dogs are responsible for the actions of their pets and must compensate those who suffer injuries through bites or attacks.

The Chicago premises liability attorneys of Lane & Lane, LLC have successfully brought many victims of negligent property owners the compensation they need and deserve. Our lawyers meet with injury victims free of charge, and accept no attorneys' fees unless and until our clients receive a settlement or verdict. Contact us to set up a free consultation.

Types of Premises Liability Cases

Regardless of what type of property or injury is involved, property owners are liable for all injuries incurred because of hazards associated with their property. For example, if a property owner or manager fails to repair broken stairs on their property and a patron falls down those stairs and needs medical attention, the property owner/manager will be at fault.

Lawyers in this field see many varieties of premises liability lawsuits. If a neighbor's child falls into a homeowner's pool and is seriously harmed, the child's family has the right to bring an action or file suit against the homeowner. If an apartment tenant has a party and a guest suffers a slip and fall injury on a throw rug injuring his back, the tenant is legally responsible for injuries sustained on their premises and may be subject to liability.

The Chicago premises liability attorneys of Lane & Lane, LLC represent people in the following types of cases:

• Slip and fall
• Asbestos exposure and mesothelioma
• Dog bites
• Inadequate security measures enabling assaults
• Sidewalk or roadway defects
• Poorly lit stair cases
• Falling debris, merchandise, or hanging hazards
• Carbon monoxide leaks
• Iced entrance ways
• Slippery or obstructed floors
• Electric shock due to exposed electric wiring

To learn more about the laws pertaining to premises liability litigation, visit our premises liability information center.

A property owner might protest that they were not aware of premises liability laws; this is no excuse. If you or a loved one has sustained an injury on someone else's property due to negligence, contact our Chicago premises liability attorneys.